Academic World

Education and agriculture: Twin pillars of resilience in wartime

In this crisis, we have learned that education, much like agriculture, must persist even in the most turbulent times.

By SAUL BURDMAN
14/04/2025

Suspended BGU professor hasn't taught for two weeks, watchdog group claims

In March, the institution announced it had suspended Ben Daniel indefinitely following a series of online statements criticizing IDF soldiers.

Boycotting Israeli brains: A look at the anti-Israel academic boycott

Israeli brains were subjected to boycott, disguised as pro-human rights. And to a large extent, they still are.

 RANAN HARTMAN, founder and CEO of Ono Academic College.

Connecting with the Diaspora: Ono’s global vision

Ono Academic College’s CEO shares the bold vision behind the International School and its global mission.

By ALAN ROSENBAUM , IN COLLABORATION WITH ONO ACADEMIC COLLEGE
10/04/2025

Reichman University: Where global education meets Israel’s entrepreneurial spirit

Reichman University blends academic excellence with real-world impact. 'This place has amazing added value,' says VP Jonathan Davis, 'where Israel is one of the world’s top startup nations.'

By NERIA BARR
10/04/2025

'Zionist, terrorist': Pro-Palestinian mob forces French prof. out of lecture

"I was giving a lecture in an amphitheater in front of about 50 students when a group of about 20 people entered, chanting: "Racists, Zionists, you're the terrorists."

MONETTE MALEWSKI, chair of Canadian Friends.

Doing the dance of life: Trailblazing leader advancing philanthropy, and the power of education

For Monette Malewski, national chair of Canadian Friends of Hebrew University, the cup is always three-quarters full.

By ALAN ROSENBAUM , IN COLLBORATIONS WITH CANADIAN FRIENDS OF THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY
03/04/2025

Universities, professors now using antisemitism as a way to bash Israel

King’s College’s Prof. Adam Sutcliffe doesn’t want the Holocaust or antisemitism to be seen as “exceptional” and believes people should pay less attention to it.

By MOSHE PHILLIPS
16/03/2025

Trump’s administration poses danger to academic freedom

The Trump administration should reconsider its recent detrimental policies and reaffirm its longtime commitment to the principles of academic freedom and scientific integrity.

By DAVID HAREL
16/03/2025
 Prof. Illana Gozes.

Surprising Findings in Brain Research

Completely different mechanisms cause damage in males and females with a rare genetic syndrome.

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